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Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-23-2006, 01:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 764
Posted By billrok
My 300Sd: I think it's terminal.....

Been noticing a sway during braking lately. Jacked it up on this fine turkey day only to find the entire subframe bearing bracket has rusted thru and seperated from the chassis? I'm wondering if...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-17-2006, 11:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,700
Posted By billrok
The biggest problem with that car will be the...

The biggest problem with that car will be the driveshaft. When it goes bad, parts are NLA and a custom driveshaft is expensive. Also, expect electrical gremlins if there is any rust whatsoever. ...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-29-2006, 02:52 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 10,627
Posted By billrok
You can buy anything you want in Canada and bring...

You can buy anything you want in Canada and bring it down here. You just have to know the "right" people. This guy has done it many many times.
Pick your diesel on eBay and give him a call. He'll...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-21-2006, 09:32 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,604
Posted By billrok
Mobil 1, Synthetic Transmission Fluid. Period.

Mobil 1, Synthetic Transmission Fluid. Period.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-16-2006, 10:42 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,540
Posted By billrok
I'm plugged in 24-7!

I have a receptacle at work and leave my block heater plugged in all day. When I get home I plug it in again. My 85 300SD is pretty much plugged in 24-7 in the winter. I know it may waste...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-28-2005, 11:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,710
Posted By billrok
I use dealer only. The reason is technical: 126...

I use dealer only. The reason is technical: 126 Chassis cars have unique suspension parameters that most typical alignment machines cannot reach. I forget exactly and would have to look it up in the...
Forum: Bodywork - Repair, Paint, Tools, Tips & Tricks 12-27-2005, 09:21 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 18,215
Posted By billrok
Thumbs up I did this exact same job on my 85 300SD 2...

I did this exact same job on my 85 300SD 2 winters ago. I found nearly the same rust problems and issues that you have found. Mine broke on the same side as yours. A couple of things come to mind:...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-17-2005, 12:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,117
Posted By billrok
I'll bet a dollar you have a bad lower ball joint...

I'll bet a dollar you have a bad lower ball joint on one or both sides. Jack it up and check it out. The problem is not with the quality of your parts.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-15-2005, 05:08 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,619
Posted By billrok
You are in for a real treat if you intend to do...

You are in for a real treat if you intend to do the job yourself. I replaced the broken front sway bar on my 85 300SD a few years ago. Everything, I mean everything must come out except the fuse...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-15-2005, 07:44 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,619
Posted By billrok
Remove the brake pads from the left front caliper...

Remove the brake pads from the left front caliper and try pushing the pistons back into the caliper. (Remove a little brake fluid with your wifes favorite turkey baster first.) I'll bet you have a...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-09-2005, 05:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,088
Posted By billrok
I bought one of those exact rec/dryers and had to...

I bought one of those exact rec/dryers and had to send it back. The threaded hole was not the right size and although the part numbers are close, they are actually two different units. The one that...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-09-2005, 05:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 803
Posted By billrok
Does it rattle only at speed? I had the same...

Does it rattle only at speed? I had the same problem on my 85 300SD and it turned out to be the lower ball joint on the right side floating and rattling. Yes, replacing the ball joints solved the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-24-2004, 09:10 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,392
Posted By billrok
Brian, why would it NOT be a good idea to plug in...

Brian, why would it NOT be a good idea to plug in the block heater all night? I plug my 85 300D in all day at work and all night at home for the instant heat and have had no problems whatsoever. ...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-05-2004, 10:07 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,664
Posted By billrok
Are you kidding? My 85 300SD just turned over...

Are you kidding? My 85 300SD just turned over 200,000 miles and it has a definite sweet spot just at about 80mph. I regularly push 85+ and the car just loves it. I accelerate HARD on every...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-20-2004, 08:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 825
Posted By billrok
Man oh man be careful. It the oil cooler lines...

Man oh man be careful. It the oil cooler lines have never come off before they will in all likelyhood be siezed on the aluminum threads of the oil cooler. Once you take off the old oil cooler lines...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-20-2004, 08:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,157
Posted By billrok
I know exactly what your problem is since I had...

I know exactly what your problem is since I had the exact same problem with my 85 300SD. It's your alternator belt and it's wore out and loose. Replace it and all noise will stop. Problem solved.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-04-2004, 03:40 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 9,148
Posted By billrok
Collectors item? Are you kidding? Just...

Collectors item? Are you kidding? Just carefully pry off the cap and then use some needle nose pliers to sort of peel the metal away until you have exposed the nut. I used a black plastic chair...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-13-2004, 12:27 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 4,189
Posted By billrok
I'd be careful of the additive package which is...

I'd be careful of the additive package which is missing in home fuel oil.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 07-26-2004, 10:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 788
Posted By billrok
The good news is that you should be able to take...

The good news is that you should be able to take out the blower fan and reach in to the edge of the evap. and jam some additional foam pieces in on one side. That should hopefully take care of the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-11-2004, 07:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,411
Posted By billrok
Jack it up and check all the front end...

Jack it up and check all the front end components. I'll bet you have a bad lower ball joint. My car did the same thing.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-09-2004, 09:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 800
Posted By billrok
Yes please let me know if it works since my car...

Yes please let me know if it works since my car has been acting the same way recently.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-01-2004, 08:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,272
Posted By billrok
Any good HVAC guy who deals with big commercial...

Any good HVAC guy who deals with big commercial systems would have a Magnahelic gage/gages in different ranges which could easily be hooked up to check the differential pressure across the filter in...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-31-2004, 04:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 696
Posted By billrok
The one o'clock or two o'clock position is...

The one o'clock or two o'clock position is perfect. Actually anything close to that is fine. All you are trying to do is make sure you are not actually on the rise of the cam lobe in any way.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-30-2004, 04:30 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,311
Posted By billrok
Just so you guys know. I've emailed this guy and...

Just so you guys know. I've emailed this guy and am waiting for him to let me know when I can come over and look at the car. I'm in the Chicago area. Maybe it's a gem in the rough. Anyway it's worth...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-30-2004, 04:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 775
Posted By billrok
It makes no difference. If you want to switch...

It makes no difference. If you want to switch back to dino oil just do it. I've done it several times on several cars with no problems. Pure propaganda.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-01-2004, 09:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 718
Posted By billrok
Sounds like your fan clutch. Try a search on the...

Sounds like your fan clutch. Try a search on the topic. Many threads on repair and diagnosis for your viewing pleasure.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-25-2004, 10:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,396
Posted By billrok
I replaced the sway bar and bushings on my 300SD...

I replaced the sway bar and bushings on my 300SD last year. It was a daunting task but taking good notes and some pictures makes it a class A DIY job. Lots of stuff has to come off on a 126...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-07-2004, 12:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,011
Posted By billrok
I paid $25 for one from NAPA and its been fine...

I paid $25 for one from NAPA and its been fine for 2 years. Auto Zone also has the actual import pump but was about $38.
Forum: Bodywork - Repair, Paint, Tools, Tips & Tricks 02-07-2004, 12:20 PM
Replies: 225
Views: 98,230
Posted By billrok
I too have serious rust on that same area. I...

I too have serious rust on that same area. I just replaced all the front end components and had to cut out metal on the support area just to get the old nuts and bolts off for the guide rod bearing...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-01-2004, 09:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 842
Posted By billrok
It's the ultimate in simplicity but is the...

It's the ultimate in simplicity but is the opposite of the American steering gear boxes. On the SD you loosen the locknut and turn the screw Counter Clockwise to tighten up the sector gear a tad. I...
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